1982 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 19 (182 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 19 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |
